AL Guardian G9 RX User manual

USER GUIDE
AL G9 RX
www.alg9.com

Package Contents
A. Sensor Unit
B. Control Unit
A1
B2
A2
A5
B3 B4 B5
A4
A1 Outer Sensor
A2 Bracket
A3 Screws
A4 Cable ties
A5 Shrinking tube
A6 Adhesive tape
B1 Control Box
B2 Control Set
B3 Level
B4 Wire taps
B5 LED holder
B6 User Guide
A3
A6
B1
AL G9 User Guide, ed. 2009-09-28
COPYRIGHT © 2009 A-ELEKTRONIK

ImportantSafetyInstructions
READBEFOREOPERATING
This product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. There are,
however, some installation and operation precautions which you should be particularly aware of.
Thereforeread,keepandfollowtheseguidelinesduringinstallationanduse:
Take special care while installing the sensor head. Damaging the cable or the factory installed
connectoronthecablemaycausemalfunctionandwillvoidwarranty.
Whilethesensoriswaterresistantandintendedtobeinstalledontheoutsideofthevehicle,thecontrol
box and it’s connections must be made and kept in a dry area, preferably the passenger cabin.
Warrantywillbedeemedinvalidiffailuresarecausedbyimproperinstallation.
Do not plug more than four outer sensors into the control box. Do not plug any third party equipment
into any of the sockets in the control box. Do not plug any part of theAL G9 into third party equipment.
Doingsomaycausefireordamagetotheunitandvoidswarranty. Doing so
wouldcausecharacteristicfailureoftheunitandvoidswarranty.
It will take time to get acquainted with the range of the parking sensor, which can vary from 0 to 3
meters,fromyourcartotheobstruction.Thereforerelyonyourpersonaljudgment.
ALG9canNOTdetectglassorothertransparentobjects.
Duringwarm-upmode(first60secondsofoperation)ALG9functionsarelimited.
Whiledriving,especiallyinwintermonths,dirtandfilthcanaccumulateontheoutersensorlens,which
can affect the sensor's performance. Wipe the lens periodically with a dry or moist cloth. Do not use
cleaningsolventsotherthanwater.
Laser signals emitted from AL G9 can cause interference to other laser equipment. If such a case is
detectedbytheunitthesystemwillresetwithinfewseconds.
If the vehicle where AL system is to be installed is already using another laser system (for instance
laser cruise control, or similar) two systems could interfere with each other. Such vehicles may not be
suitableforuseofALsystem.
Use of laser products may be regulated by your local laws. Check your local laws before using this
product.
SinceAL G9 operates on a different voltage it is NOT to be mixed withAL G8 components.
Special caution
AL G9 laser sensor emits an invisible laser beam that can be harmful to sight. Never, under any
circumstanceslookatthesensorwhileitisoperating.

SafetyandConformity
Electromagneticcompatibility
Lasersafety
The AL G9 Guardian is fully in conformity with the requirements of Council Directive 2004/108/EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), based on the full compliance of the product with the following
European/International Standards:
Emissions:EN61000-6-3(IEC61000-6-3)
Immunity:EN61000-6-1(IEC61000-6-1)
The labelling of the AL G9 which is affixed on the top of the Outer Sensor and the Control Box housing
meetstherequirementsoftheguideline2004/108/EC:
The AL G9 Guardian is fully in conformity with the requirements of Automotive EMC Directive
2004/104/EC amended by directives 2005/49/EC, 2005/83/EC, 2006/28/EC and approved by State
OfficeforMetrologyofRepublicofCroatiawithapprovalnumber10R-020004.
The AL G9 is tested and classified as Class 1M laser product in accordance to European and
InternationalEyesafetyregulationsEN60825-1andIEC60825-1.
Definition: Class 1M-laser products are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation, but
maybehazardousiftheuseremploysopticswithinthebeam.
AnOuterSensorunitoftheALG9systemislabelledinaccordanceto regulations:
ForproductsdeliveredintotheUnitedStatesthefollowingclauseapplies:
Complieswith21 CFR1040.10and1040.11exceptfordeviations pursuanttoLaserNoticeNo.50,dated
July26,2001.

Table of Contents
1. Introduction 1
2. Main Parts of the Product 3
4. Usage 9
5. Specifications 13
6. Operation description 14
4.1 Operating modes 9
4.2 Additional features 12
4.1.1 Detection range adjustment 9
4.1.2 Silent power-up 10
4.1.6 Parking sensor mute 11
4.2.1 Speaker mute 12
4.2.2 Restore factory default settings 12
4.2.3 Manual sensor check 12
7. Registration, warranty and service 15
Revision X Improvements 2
Installation diagram 7
4.1.3 Laser interference defense (LID) adjustment 10
4.1.4 LED Dark mode 10
4.1.5 Laser Power Output 11
3. Installation 4

Thank you for purchasing AL G9 GUARDIAN, designed for
yourdrivingcomfortby A-ELEKTRONIK,Croatia.
The G9 comprises and was designed to keep you and
your vehicle safe by ing g. As
opposed to classic infra-red sensors that use light emitting diodes AL G9 is equipped with a
laser diode that is used in military range-finders and police speed detectors, the power of
which is one hundred times greater than that of a LED diode. In addition, it incorporates the
newlaserdetectiontechnologythatisasignificantimprovementintheindustryandwillensure
higherprecision,morereliabilitywith highresistanceto temperaturechangesand foreignlight
interferences,specificallySunrays.
The G9 works on the 905 nm light frequency. It constantly emits laser signals and recognizes
them if they return reflected from an obstacle, consequently warning the user. Thanks to the
advanced program code the G9 will differentiate the laser signals coming from other laser
sources.
If an AL Driveway Unit (an option) is installed in your driveway or garage the G9 becomes a
drivewaylightactivatorand/oragaragedooropener.
a multipurpose parking sensor
parts fabricated to military standards
enabl effortless parking and greater confidence while drivin
Aswecontinuetoworkondevelopingnewproductsandsupplyconstant improvementstoour
existingproductswethankyouforthesupportgivenbythispurchase.
ALG9ispatentpendingaccordingtoPCT/HR2008/000015.
1. Introduction
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Revision X Improvements
AL G9 superior laser detection is achieved by completely new electronic and computing
design of the reception system. The unit's memory has been doubled enabling new program
featurestobeadded.
Thelatesthardwarerevisionbringsmoreadvancements:
-waterproofconnector1meterfromthesensorforeasierinstallation
-thickshieldedcablepreventsengineinterferenceandmechanical damage
-cablestressreliefisnowinsidethesensormakingitsmaller
-optionalextensioncablesavailabletofittoanylength
-improvedlasersensitivity(+15%)
- improved power filtering against power line noise
- fully effective from 10V to 17V power supply
- improved parking assistance performance
- even wider angle protection (up to ±12°H ±12°V)
- Control Box now comes with plug in Memocard enabling quick upgrades by end users
IMPORTANT NOTE: The G9 uses lower voltage and less current
consumption and is NOT compatible with AL G8 components.
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1) 4 S sockets for front/rear sensor connection
2) C socket for control set connection
3) USB socket for AL G9 additional feature modules
s
Outer Sensor
Incorporatesemittinganddetectioncircuits:includesoneemittingandfourreceptiondiodes.
As this unit is installed on the outside of the vehicle, it is specially
protected from water and mechanical damage. Sensor cable is 1 meter
long ending with a waterproof connector. The product set can consist of
onetofouroutersensors.
Control Set
Acable with a C connector on oneend which should be connected to the C socket of the Control Box.
Theotherendofthecableconsistsofcontrolsthatinclude:
speaker,
two-colorlightdiode,
programmingkeybutton,
mutewireforcarstereo.
on&offswitch,
2. Main parts of the Product
Control Box
The central part and the brain unit of the AL G9. It
includes a processor, a removable Memocard with
, a complex power
supplyunitandthefollowingsockets:
upgradeable flash memory
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To obtain the best performance of yourALG9 and insure long service life, seek a professional installer to
mounttheproduct.TobegininstallationfollowthesestepsandrefertotheInstallationdiagram.
OUTER SENSOR
Can be mounted between the front grill partitions or above the rear bumper. Take care not to damage the
cable or the factory installed connector on the cable during installation (cutting the cable or removing the
factoryinstalledconnectorvoidswarrantyandmaycausemalfunction).
Checkifthecableislongenoughtoreachthedesiredposition.TheRXs
otal of 5 meters in lenght can be reached. Longer
rangecanbeachievedbyaddinganExtensioncable(2,5meters,purchasedseparately).
To achieve maximum water resistance put a heat shrink tube (included) on the connector. Use a
strong heater for the tube to shrink and conform to connector size.
jensorcable(1meter)istobe
connected with a connecting cable (4 meters). At
The tube can be torn apart when
thesensorrequiresdisconnection. OPTION: 2,5 m Extension cable
Heat shrink tube provides
total humidity protection.
We strongly advise you
to use it.
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Attachtheunitusingdouble-sided adhesivetape andamountingbrackettoaposition thatoffers
a clear front (back) view. The mounting bracket can be bent as needed. Make sure the sensor is
installed firmly in order to absorb vibrations that occur while driving, especially if mounted on a
motorbike.Formaximumgripuseanadhesivetapeincombinationwiththemountingbracket.
If installing sensors behind flat surfaces (plastic bumpers, dens grills) it will be necessary to drill
holes through which the sensor will have unobstructed view of the road. Two circles on the
sketchofthesensorlensrepresentarea
wherereceivingandemittingdiodesare
positioned. These circles must be clear
of obstruction while the rest of the lens
can be covered if needed. Obstructing
surface should not be more than 1 cm
away from the sensor lens, or larger
holes should be drilled to maintain
angleprotection.
Makesurethesensorislevelled(usealeveltocheck).
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